David Intersimone, also known as “David I”, is a seasoned software industry veteran renowned for his passion and innovation in developer tools, software development, and software architectures. With over fifty years of experience as a software engineer, development manager, developer community executive, development cheerleader, and developer advocate, David I has been instrumental in shaping a vibrant global developer community. He has contributed thousands of articles, videos, and blog posts, sharing his extensive knowledge and expertise with developers worldwide.
David’s career took a significant turn during his more than 20 years at Borland Software, where he played a pivotal role in various evangelism, engineering, and executive capacities. He was the driving force behind the creation of Borland’s developer relations program, which laid the foundation for building strong, engaged developer communities. Following the acquisition of Borland’s developer tools business by Embarcadero, David continued to champion the needs of developers and the importance of robust developer relations.
Today, David I continues to inspire and educate as a pioneer in developer relations, working closely with program managers, directors, and developers. He delivers workshops, webinars, and strategic guidance on developer communities, advocacy, and software development, helping to shape the future of the industry and fostering the next generation of software innovators.